If convicted in Virginia, the punishment for embezzlement depends on whether the prosecutor classified the charge as a misdemeanor or a felony. A misdemeanor offense generally occurs when an employee has allegedly taken property or money from an employer worth less...
White Collar Crimes
What constitutes a white collar crime?
Nowadays you probably hear or read continuing reports about white collar crime in Virginia. But what exactly does this category of crime encompass? FindLaw explains that virtually all white collar crimes involve someone perpetrating a fraud against someone else....
The basics of identity theft
Identity theft charges are serious criminal charges that can result in serious penalties and consequences which is why accused individuals should be familiar with what identity theft is and what to do when accused of identity theft. Accusations of identity theft and...
What to do when facing embezzlement charges
White collar crimes can result in serious criminal charges, penalties and consequences. White collar crimes refer to financial crimes and two types of financial crimes include embezzlement and financial fraud. One type of white collar crime is the crime of...
What to do about white collar crime charges
White collar crime refers to a variety of different types of Virginia fraud crimes which are characterized by deceit, concealment and a violation of trust. White collar crimes are generally considered to be motivated by a desire for financial gain including money,...
White collar crimes basics
The term white collar crime refers to a variety of different types of crime which is why it is helpful to understand what the category of crime refers to and what the different crimes are included in the definition. White collar crimes typically, in general, involve...
What accused individuals should know about fraud charges
Fraud charges are serious criminal charges that should not be taken lightly. All criminal charges can have a life-long impact on accused Manassas resident which is why accused individuals must be familiar with the protections that are part of the criminal justice...
What are embezzlement charges?
If you are facing embezzlement charges or accusations, you may wonder what embezzlement charges are and what embezzlement refers to. Embezzlement charges are a type of theft charges and are serious enough that they can carry potentially significant penalties and...